Moutnain Bike Instructor Course- the only freeride course available in canada

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Welcome to the only Freeride Mountain Bike Course in Canada!

ESC has been offering this course for over 6 years now. We designed this course because we wanted our instructors to be trained to the highest standard possible. Last year we opened this course to the public and it sold out in a short period of time. A number of new instructors found work in 2008 within the industry, including ESC bike camps.

In 2008 we will be offering 2 types of courses to accommodate the demand. Instructor Course allows a graduate to teach and guide bike camps and tours. Assistant Instructor Course is a great step for younger riders towards becoming a successful instructor in the future. Graduates of this course are able to lead up to 2 student riders or assist with private (one on one) sessions.

Those considering employment with ESC in 2008 should apply for the April course.

MTBI LEVEL 1 - APRIL..18.(6pm-8pm) 19. (10am-4pm) 20. (10am-3pm) 26. (10am-4pm) 27. (10am-3pm) ALL AT JOHN HENRY'S

MTBI LEVEL 1 - JUNE..6.7.8.13.14 (ages 16+)

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR - 20 hours, JUNE 27.28.29 (ages 13-16)

MTBI $499 AI $225 book your spot now!

if you are 14-16yrs, you may apply to be accepted in the MTBI course, however you will not be able to enjoy all working benefits of an instructor (with ESC) until you turn 16.

ABOUT THE COURSE:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

1. WHO CAN REGISTER?
Anyone who is 14 years or older can enroll in one of our courses.

2. DO I HAVE TO BE A PRO?
No! You must be confident on your bike but you do not have to be a hard core mountain biker. Generally a prospective instructor must be able to ride trails like Griffen on Fromme Mtn.

3. WHAT DO I GET IN THE END?
ESC will issue a proof of certification. Your name will be kept in our database and we will be able to give you references to your future employers.

4. WILL I GET A JOB WITH ESC?
ESC will give priority to instructors who are certified by the ESC course. There is a good likelihood that there will be many job openings for instructors in 2008.

3. WILL THERE BE AN EXAM?
No. You will be evalued throughout the course. There will be a final teaching assignment.

1. INTRODUCTION TO MOUNTAIN BIKING
HISTORY
STATS
CULTURE
LINGO

2. BIKING AND COACHING IN BC
TRAILS
PARKS
LEGAL ISSUES
POLITICS
MTB INSTRUCTING SCENE

3. INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL ELEMENTS OF MTB
SKILLS
DRILLS
ANALYSIS
FEEDBACK

4. INTRODUCTION TO MOTOR LEARNING
LEARNING OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
BASIC PHYSICS
PRINCIPLES OF BIOMECHANICS IN MTB

5. INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING
DESIGNING A LESSON PLAN
TEACHING AND LEARNING TECHNIQUES
GROUP MANAGEMENT
ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK

6. TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING MTB

7. RISK MANAGEMENT
CREATING AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
DEALING WITH ACCIDENTS
LEADERSHIP
DESIGNING A SAFE LESSON PLAN
PLANNING FOR THE UNEXPECTED
KEEPING RECORDS
COMMUNICATION

8. BASICS OF MAINTENANCE AND OFF-ROAD REPAIRS
SAFETY INSPECTION
CRITICAL FAILURES
TEACHING BIKE MAINTENANCE